nytænkning
Nytænkning is a Danish noun that denotes the act or capability of thinking in new, original ways. In everyday use it refers to the introduction of novel ideas, methods, or solutions to problems, often through reframing assumptions, cross-disciplinary approaches, or iterative experimentation. It is commonly associated with innovation in business, technology, politics, and education.
Etimology: The word is formed from nyt, meaning “new,” and tænkning, meaning “thinking.” It is a straightforward
Usage and contexts: Nytænkning appears in discussions of product development, process improvement, and public-sector reform, as
Limitations and criticisms: Critics warn that nytænkning can become a buzzword if deployed without concrete methods
See also: design thinking, innovation, creativity, public sector innovation.